P = b+a+c for b solve for b

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iris [78.8K]3 years ago

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Notice that there are 3 terms on the right hand side. You want to isolate b in order to solve for it.

Explanation:

I find it less confusing to place term containing the variable you want on the left hand side. (As long as it is positive).

To isolate b

subtract a

and c from both sides

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